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ZERO Carbon Solutions-Hydrogen and Fuel Cells

Wednesday, April 16, 2008, Senate Dirksen Office Building, Room G-11

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Opening Remarks

Summary

Strong and far-reaching hydrogen and fuel cell provisions were included in the Energy Policy Act of 2005, spanning everything from basic science to early market transition. More effort has been authorized in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.

Various federal and state budgets since the mid-1990s have funded considerable research, development, and demonstration. Climate legislation is headed for the Senate Floor. There is a large, vibrant, and growing hydrogen community in the U.S. and worldwide.

This briefing explored a hydrogen economy's premier carbon and emissions benefits, the broad efforts of several key companies and research institutions that are partnering with federal and state governments in comprehensive R&D efforts, a package of tax incentives, and the opportunities for the 110th Congress.